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Yogi Bruce: Yoga Teacher
Yoga Basics
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Fri, 28 Oct 2005
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How to get started on your yoga journey
Take to heart the Nike slogan--Just do it.
Whether you're going to a "formal" yoga class at
a studio, gym, or community center,or loading up
a video/DvD, or contact me and say "I want a
private lesson," keep with you compassion for
yourself and a sense of humor. If this is your
first time to yoga, you will find yourself in
positions you never thought possible. That's
where the sense of humor comes in. Yoga is non-
competitive. Yoga is not about being perfect in a
posture: that's why they call it yoga "practice."
Instead, focus on becoming more self-aware,
notice the changes in the body and breath, and
what you are able to do and how you feel.
Let your teacher know if there are any health
issues you are dealing with, specifically
injuries or recent surgeries.
Wear comfortable clothes that will not come over
your head if you bend over, or split. Being naked
is usually not an option. Bare feet helps you
stick to your mat and discover your balance.
Try to avoid eating a meal less than two hours
before class. Digestion requires tremendous
energy and can greatly interfere with your
practice. Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of
water after before and after a class. It's a good
idea to drink plenty of water throughout the day
anyway.
If your in a group class setting, refrain from
talking. Many yoga students use the time before
class time to go "inward" and to get centered.
I or other teachers may do hands-on adjustments
to help you become more aligned or to feel how a
posture is supposed to be done. It's common to
feel uncomfortable initially about being touched
by a stranger. If you are not comfortable being
adjusted, let the teacher know.
Remember that each day brings a new perspective
to your practice; honor whatever you can give at
the moment. Yoga is not supposed to hurt--if you
feel pain, do not try to push past it. Finally,
it's okay to rest whenever needed during a class.
Posted 10:15
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1 comment
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Dear Yogi Bruce,
what kind of stretches can an girl do who sis at a desk all day
long?
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